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Violet Brando.

Violet Brando is a writer and Bible teacher based in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds a degree in Theology from Belmont University and spent two years serving with a Christian nonprofit in Guatemala before returning to the US to pursue full-time ministry writing. When she's not studying Scripture or crafting devotionals, you'll find her hiking with her golden retriever, leading worship at her local church, or hunting for vintage books. Violet is passionate about making biblical truth accessible, practical, and relevant for everyday Christ-followers. She writes for Higher Praise on topics including faith and doubt, Christian living, and Scripture study.

17 pieces by Violet Brando

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Life & Faith

Algeria's Forgotten Christian History: From Augustine to Islam

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

Should Christians Fear Islam? A Biblical Response

Violet Brando
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News

Christians, War, and Peace: What the Bible Says About the Iran Conflict

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Prayer & Bible Study

Bible Verses for Mothers: Christ's Comfort, Encouragement, and Blessing

Violet Brando
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Daily Devotional

This Is the Day - Daily Devotional

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Life & Faith

Who Was Cain's Wife? Answering the Bible's Most Asked Question

Cain married his sister. Adam and Eve had many children, and in early humanity, such marriages were necessary and not yet prohibited. Higher...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos? A Biblical Perspective

The Bible mentions tattoos only once in Leviticus 19:28. Christians disagree on whether this applies today. Higher Praise examines the bibli...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

What Does the Bible Say About Drinking Alcohol? A Balanced Look

The Bible permits alcohol in moderation but strongly condemns drunkenness. Higher Praise examines Scripture's balanced teaching on this topi...

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Relationships & Marriage

What Does the Bible Say About Divorce and Remarriage? A Compassionate Look

God hates divorce but permits it in cases of adultery or abandonment. Higher Praise examines what Scripture teaches about divorce, remarriag...

Violet Brando
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Prayer & Bible Study

What Is Easter Monday? How Christians Celebrate the Day After

Violet Brando
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Prayer & Bible Study

Holy Saturday: The Silent Day Between Death and Resurrection

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Life & Faith

What Is the Unforgivable Sin? Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit Explained

The unforgivable sin is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit—a persistent rejection of His testimony about Christ. If you're worried you've com...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

What Does the Bible Say About Sex Before Marriage? A Clear Biblical Answer

The Bible teaches that sex is designed for marriage. Sexual immorality is consistently condemned in both Old and New Testaments. Higher Prai...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

Is Smoking Weed a Sin? What the Bible Says About Marijuana

The Bible calls Christians to sobriety and stewardship of their bodies. Higher Praise examines whether recreational marijuana use aligns wit...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

Why Does God Allow Suffering? Understanding Pain, Evil, and God's Goodness

The Bible doesn't give a complete answer, but offers profound truths: we live in a fallen world, God is present in our pain, and ultimate re...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

Can You Lose Your Salvation? Once Saved Always Saved Explained

Christians disagree on whether salvation can be lost. Higher Praise examines both sides of the eternal security debate and what Scripture te...

Violet Brando
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Life & Faith

What Happens to People Who Never Hear the Gospel? A Biblical Exploration

The Bible doesn't give a direct answer, but tells us God is just, Jesus is the only way, all have some revelation, and our job is to share t...

Violet Brando